Tick Bites

Ticks are small, insect-like creatures that can attach to a person as he or she brushes past bushes, plants, and grass. Ticks often move to a warm, moist location, like the armpits, groin, and hair. At that point they typically attach firmly to the skin and begin to draw blood. While most ticks do not carry diseases, some ticks can carry bacteria that can cause:

Programs + Services

The Infectious Disease Clinic provides compassionate care to patients for a wide range of conditions through both our general clinic and several comprehensive subspecialty clinics. More information about programs and services

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A world-class teaching hospital shouldn't make you feel small. At Tufts Medical Center the patient is at the center of everything that we do. This means we're committed to providing the highest quality of care in a safe, friendly environment.

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